Cloud Infrastructure Engineer Sr

Dayforce is a global human capital management (HCM) company headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, and Minneapolis, Minnesota, with operations across North America, Europe, Middle East, Africa (EMEA), and the Asia Pacific Japan (APJ) region. Our award-winning Cloud HCM platform offers a unified solution database and continuous calculation engine, driving efficiency, productivity and compliance for the global workforce. Our brand prom ise - Makes Work Life Better ™ - Reflects our co mmitment to employees, customers, partners and communities globally. About the opportunity We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Cloud Infrastructure Engineer with expertise in image management, Terraform/Terraform Cloud, Azure, and CI/CD automation to join our dynamic Cloud Infrastructure Engineering and Automation (CIEA) team. In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle of container and operating system images (Windows and Linux), including image creation, scanning, hardening, and promotion through secure CI/CD pipelines. You will also play a critical role in designing, implementing, and optimizing scalable cloud infrastructure solutions that power Dayforce’s next-generation cloud-native platforms. You will work closely with engineering, security, and product teams to drive Infrastructure as Code (IaC) best practices, image governance, and automation workflows to ensure consistent, secure, and reliable deployment patterns across the enterprise. Special Requirements This position requires passing a Dayforce background screening, USFedPASS (US Federal Personnel Authorization Screening Standards). This includes a credit check, criminal/misdemeanor check and taking a drug test. Any employment is contingent upon passing the screening. Due to Federal requirements, only US citizens, US naturalized citizens or US Permanent Residents, holding a green card, will be considered. What you'll get to do Lead image management for Windows, Linux, and container workloads, including creation, patching, scanning, and promotion across environments Implement and manage image scanning pipelines for security vulnerabilities and compliance validation Build and maintain promotion workflows for container images and VM images into registries (ACR, Compute Gallery) Design and develop reusable Terraform modules and automation workflows for deploying Azure infrastructure at scale Drive enhancements to Terraform Cloud workspaces, including state management, drift detection, and policy enforcement Develop and maintain GitHub Actions pipelines and integrate GitOps workflows using ArgoCD Collaborate with developers, architects, and security engineers to deliver infrastructure that is secure, scalable, and operationally efficient Participate in code reviews, peer mentoring, and documentation to uphold engineering best practices and standards Skills and Experience we value Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience 6+ years in cloud infrastructure, DevOps, or platform engineering roles Strong expertise in image management workflows: container image scanning, signing, and promotion; Windows/Linux VM image creation with Packer and Azure Compute Gallery Advanced proficiency with Terraform, Terraform Cloud, Hashi Vault, GitHub Actions, and Azure services Hands-on experience with Kubernetes (AKS) and GitOps tools such as ArgoCD Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell Strong understanding of Azure networking, identity, RBAC, and cloud security best practices Familiarity with container registries (ACR), GitHub runners, and image promotion pipelines Familiarity with cloud security and compliance tools such as Wiz or Prisma, as these pipelines are key to image scanning and governance Knowledge of FIPS compliance requirements and experience working with FIPS-validated cryptography for U.S. government (GUSA) workloads Ability to analyze complex technical challenges and deliver reliable, scalable, and secure solutions Thrives in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and evolving technologies Strong communication, documentation, and teamwork skills What’s in it for you Dayforce is fueled by the diversity of our talented employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider and embrace ALL individuals and what makes them unique. We believe our employees should be happy and healthy, with peace of mind and a sense of fulfillment. We encourage individuals to apply based on their passions. Dayforce encourages personal and professional growth. We offer excellent time away from work programs, comprehensive wellness initiatives and recognition through competitive pay and benefits. With a commitment to community impact, including volunteer days and our charity, Dayforce Cares we provide opportunities for you to thrive both in your career and personal life. Our focus is not just on your job but on supporting you to be the best version of yourself. About the Salary Ranges Please note that the salary range mentioned in this job description should serve simply as a guide. The final compensation offered may vary based on a variety of factors, including bonuses and/or incentives, or a candidate’s experience, skills, budget and location. Our company is committed to providing a fair, equitable, and competitive package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization. Fraudulent Recruiting Beware of fraudulent recruiting. Legitimate Dayforce contacts will use an @dayforce.com email address. We do not request money, checks, equipment orders, or sensitive personal data during the recruitment process. If you have been asked for any of the above, or believe you have been contacted by someone posing as a Dayforce employee, please refer to our fraudulent recruiting statement found here: #J-18808-Ljbffr